Sahiba Gafarova briefs British MP on reconstruction in Azerbaijan's liberated territories

Speaker of Azerbaijan's Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova on July 13 informed British MP Bob Blackman, head of the UK-Azerbaijan interparliamentary friendship group, about reconstruction work in the liberated territories, Report informs, citing the Milli Majlis.

The meeting emphasized that interparliamentary ties are an important part of bilateral and multilateral relations between the two countries. The sides expressed satisfaction with the establishment of close ties between the legislative bodies and the expansion of mutual contacts.

Gafarova recalled her visits to the United Kingdom and meetings with Speaker of the House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle, as well as mutual visits by parliamentarians, noting that these contacts contribute to the further development of relations between the parliaments.

The sides also stressed the importance of positive dialogue and meetings between friendship groups, as well as cooperation within international parliamentary organizations.

Blackman shared positive impressions from his latest visit to Azerbaijan and what he had seen in the country and the capital, Baku. He emphasized that the United Kingdom attaches great importance to developing relations with Azerbaijan and noted the role of parliaments in this area.

The meeting also discussed the current situation in the region and the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Gafarova informed the guest about large-scale reconstruction and restoration work being carried out in the liberated territories.

The sides also exchanged views on other issues of mutual interest.